Bicycles

Forms and details of a timeless passion

July 2020 - On Going

Bicycles is a long-term black and white project. The bicycle for me, and for many others, is not just a means of transport – for some it represents much more, for others it remains simply a tool.

This project is the one that brings me home with shots even when I lack inspiration. In black and white because the bicycle is timeless.

I talk about it better in my blog.

In this series I look for details that capture my attention: the shapes of the bikes themselves, the accessories and their combinations. Love and indifference that intertwine around these everyday objects.

As I said, this photographic project is work in progress – it will change shape, I will add and remove images. Come back to follow its evolution.

This is my sequence—drag the pictures to build your own, and click any image to read the caption.
Black-and-white photograph of multiple parked bicycles against a brick wall, capturing metal textures and intricate details. | Canon EOS R5 | RF 28-70mm F2 | 28mm f3.2 | 1/1600s | ISO 100
Close-up black-and-white shot of a bicycle handlebar wrapped in tape, highlighting texture and contrast. | Leica Sl | N/A | f2.0 | 1/1000s | ISO 100
Black-and-white image of a bicycle handlebar and brake cable in an urban setting, showcasing sleek lines and textures. | Sony Alpha7 | N/A | 1/2500s | ISO 160
Detailed black-and-white photograph of a bicycle frame and handlebar leaning on a weathered wall, highlighting worn textures. | Leica Sl | N/A | f3.4 | 1/160s | ISO 100
Black-and-white shot of a bicycle handlebar framing a historic Italian church façade, blending architecture and cycle details. | Leica SL | N/A | f3.4 | 1/80s | ISO 12500
Black-and-white photograph of a vintage bicycle basket against an Italian street wall, showcasing mesh textures and reflective surfaces. | Leica Q2 | Summilux 28mm f1.7 | 28mm f/1.7 | 1/2000s | ISO 400
Close-up black-and-white image of a bicycle headlamp with raindrops on the handlebar, emphasizing reflective surfaces. | Leica Q3 | Summilux 28mm f1.7 | 28mm f/2.8 | 1/125s | ISO 125
Black-and-white photograph of a bicycle handlebar in a horizontal composition, focusing on metal curves and grip. | Leica SL | N/A | f4.0 | 1/80s | ISO 100
Black-and-white close-up of a bicycle brake lever and cable, highlighting fine mechanical textures. | Leica SL | N/A | f3.4 | 1/160s | ISO 100
Black-and-white photograph of a bicycle basket from the front view, set in an Italian urban environment. | Leica SL | N/A | f2.8 | 1/320s | ISO 100
Black-and-white photograph of a bicycle spoke featuring a skull-shaped hub cap, highlighting intricate metallic detail. | Leica SL | N/A | f3.4 | 1/160s | ISO 100
Black-and-white close-up of a bicycle rim resting on concrete pavement, showing textured tire tread and surface contrast. | Leica SL | N/A | f2.8 | 1/125s | ISO 100
Black-and-white close-up of a bicycle brake mechanism and cable housing, emphasizing mechanical forms and textures. | Sony Alpha7 | 50mm | f3.5 | 1/500s | ISO 100
Black-and-white image of a bicycle chain and pedal covered in dried mud, capturing gritty texture. | Leica SL | N/A | f2.8 | 1/800s | ISO 100
Black-and-white photograph of vintage bicycle shifter levers attached to the frame, showing polished metal and fine grooves. | Leica SL | N/A | f3.4 | 1/160s | ISO 100
Black-and-white photo of a bicycle saddle with a coiled lock wrapped around the seat post, highlighting curves and contrast. | Leica SL | N/A | f2.8 | 1/400s | ISO 100
Black-and-white macro of a bicycle hub and chain, focusing on spokes and metal textures. | Leica SL | N/A | f2.8 | 1/500s | ISO 100
Black-and-white close-up of bicycle cassette gears, revealing concentric rings and shadowed teeth. | Leica SL | N/A | f2.8 | 1/160s | ISO 100
Black-and-white image of a bicycle pedal and crank arm, showing worn metal surface against cobblestone background. | Leica SL | N/A | f2.8 | 1/160s | ISO 100
Black-and-white close-up of a bicycle headlamp and front fork, capturing reflective glass and blurred background. | Leica SL | N/A | f2.8 | 1/160s | ISO 100
Black-and-white close-up of a bicycle bell with polka-dot pattern and textured rubber grip on handlebar. | Leica SL | N/A | f3.8 | 1/160s | ISO 100
Black-and-white photograph of a bicycle locked to a street post outside a café, with a cyclist riding by in background. | Leica SL | N/A | f2.8 | 1/160s | ISO 100
Black-and-white image of a child's bicycle with helmet and basket abandoned on a sidewalk path in Italy. | Leica SL | N/A | f2.8 | 1/160s | ISO 100
Black-and-white shot of a bicycle handlebar curving against a smooth wall, showcasing minimalist form. | Leica SL | N/A | f2.8 | 1/160s | ISO 100
Black-and-white photograph of a row of bicycles with baskets lining a leafy street wall, focusing on mesh patterns. | Canon EOS R5 | RF 28-70mm F2 | 28mm f/3.2 | 1/1600s | ISO 100
Black-and-white image of multiple bicycles parked in a dense urban row, highlighting repeating shapes and textures. | Leica SL | N/A | f2.8 | 1/160s | ISO 100
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